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Every instrument, accounted for

One register for every instrument you own. Know where it is, who has it, when it was last calibrated, and what it's costing you.

Free plan · 25 instruments · Import from spreadsheet

Instrument list with filters — screenshot coming soon

The problem with spreadsheets and generic tools

Generic asset tools don't understand calibration. IT asset management platforms like Snipe-IT or Asset Panda are designed for laptops and monitors. They track location and ownership, but they don't understand calibration intervals, measurement uncertainty, traceability chains, or the difference between a routine service and an accreditation-critical calibration. You end up building workarounds on a system that wasn't designed for your workflow.

Spreadsheets lose version control when 3 people edit them. One copy on the shared drive, one on somebody's desktop, one emailed last week. Nobody knows which version has the latest instrument transfers. When conflicts happen, data gets lost — and you don't find out until an audit.

Nobody knows where instrument #4782 is right now. Is it in the calibration lab? Did someone take it to the production floor? Is it out for external calibration? Without a real-time system, you're asking around and hoping someone remembers.

Your instruments aren't office chairs. They need more than a barcode.

Core capabilities

Instrument Registry

Add instruments manually, import from spreadsheet, or scan QR codes. Custom fields for any metadata your workflow needs — measurement range, serial numbers, cost centers, accreditation scope references.

Location & Room Tracking

Organize by site, building, room, and shelf. Move instruments between locations with full history. Know exactly where every instrument is, without asking around.

Custody & Checkout

Know who has what. Check out instruments to people or departments. Full chain of custody with timestamps. When something's missing, you know the last person who had it.

QR/Barcode Scanning

Print labels, scan to look up any instrument instantly. Mobile-friendly for warehouse and field use. No app required — works in your browser with your phone's camera.

Lifecycle Management

Track from procurement to retirement. Record warranty dates, depreciation schedules, and replacement planning. Know when an instrument is approaching end-of-life before it becomes a problem.

Cost Tracking

Total cost of ownership per instrument. Calibration costs, maintenance costs, purchase price, cumulative spend. Know which instruments cost more to maintain than to replace.

More than inventory — calibration built in

Most inventory tools stop at "where is it." ToolLedger also tells you "is it safe to use."

Calibration due dates visible in the instrument list — see at a glance which instruments are current, approaching, or overdue without opening individual records.

Automatic reminders before instruments go overdue — email notifications at configurable intervals so nothing slips through the cracks.

Audit-ready calibration history per instrument — full event log with certificates, technician notes, and pass/fail results.

Start with inventory. Add calibration tracking when you're ready. Same instrument, same record, no migration.

Learn about calibration management →

Import your existing data in minutes

Bring your existing instrument list. We'll map the columns for you.

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Upload CSV or XLSX

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Map your columns

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Review & validate

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Import

Don't have a spreadsheet yet? Start with our free maintenance log template and import it when you're ready.

Who uses this

Workshop owners tracking 20 expensive tools

You don't need enterprise software — you need to know where your Fluke 87V went and whether its calibration is still current.

Lab managers overseeing 300 instruments across 3 sites

You need a single source of truth, not three spreadsheets and a hope that someone updated them.

QA teams that need equipment status at a glance

Filter by status, location, department, or calibration due date. Get the answer in seconds, not after a round of emails.

Anyone who's ever asked "where did that Fluke go?"

If you've spent more than 10 minutes looking for an instrument, you already know you need a better system.

Start free, upgrade when you're ready

Start free with 25 instruments and 5 team members. Upgrade to Professional ($89/mo) when you're ready for 500 instruments, advanced features, and priority support. No per-instrument charges, no hidden fees.

Frequently asked questions

Can I import my existing instrument list from Excel?
Yes. ToolLedger supports CSV and XLSX imports with automatic field mapping. Upload your spreadsheet, map the columns to ToolLedger fields, review the preview, and import. Most teams have their full inventory loaded in under 10 minutes.
Does ToolLedger work for non-calibration equipment?
Absolutely. While ToolLedger has deep calibration features, the instrument registry works for any physical equipment — tools, fixtures, test equipment, jigs, or anything else you need to track. You can use calibration tracking for the instruments that need it and simple inventory tracking for everything else.
Can I track instruments across multiple locations?
Yes. Organize instruments by site, building, room, and shelf. Transfer instruments between locations with full history. Site managers see their local inventory, while quality leadership gets the complete picture across all locations.
What happens when I outgrow the free plan?
The free plan supports 25 instruments and 5 team members — enough for most small teams to get started. When you need more, upgrade to Professional ($89/mo) for up to 500 instruments, unlimited users, and advanced features. All your data carries over, no migration needed.
Is there a mobile app for scanning?
ToolLedger is a responsive web application that works on any mobile device. You can scan QR codes and barcodes using your phone's camera through the browser — no app installation required. This means it works on iOS, Android, and any device with a camera and a browser.

Start tracking your instruments in minutes.

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